# Emotional Soldier Pin-Boards The 'Marines With Dogs and Kids' Pinterest is Heartwarming By Vivian Lau | Published 2012-07-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marines-with-dogs-and-kids References: [jezebel](http://jezebel.com/5902814/marines-with-dogs-and-kids-will-bring-you-to-your-knees-make-you-beg-for-more) & [pinterest](http://pinterest.com/usmc/marines-with-dogs-and-kids/) The '[Marines With Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k9s-for-warriors) and Kids' [Pinterest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mind-your-wellness) board shows U.S. war-stricken soldiers in a setting that is more pleasant than scary. The collection features marines playing with a group of school children or cuddling with large labradors, ultimately giving them a heightened sense of humanity. These soldiers are not just in it to kill, fix the problem and then get out -- this paradigm is way too narrow and unfair. Army men and women have families or loved-ones all the same. Their hearts really show in the chances they get to interact on a genuine level with people at their base camp, be it a friend or foe, human or animal. This commemorative blog is heart-crushing sometimes, as there are photographs of mothers in service who are leaving their babies, or little kids saluting a coffin, but it is important to be reminded that soldiers are not machines -- they have the capacity to be kind, wholesome and true as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Humanization of Soldiers:** The trend of humanizing soldiers through positive interactions with children and animals presents opportunities to develop products and services that support emotional well-being in the military. - **Emotional Connection in Warfare:** The trend of showcasing emotional moments in warfare highlights the potential for innovative communication and storytelling techniques that foster empathy and understanding among soldiers and civilians alike. - **Shift From Stereotypes to Genuine Portrayals:** The trend of moving away from stereotypes and presenting soldiers as multifaceted individuals opens up avenues for creative endeavors that promote inclusivity and challenge traditional portrayals of military personnel. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Military and Defense:** There are opportunities for the military and defense industry to leverage emotional soldier pin-boards to enhance recruitment, psychological support programs, and public relations efforts. - **Photography and Visual Media:** Photography and visual media industries can explore innovative approaches to capturing and presenting emotional moments in warfare, creating impactful narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. - **Therapy and Mental Health:** The therapy and mental health industry can leverage emotional soldier pin-boards to develop targeted interventions and support systems for military personnel dealing with emotional challenges and post-traumatic stress. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Free Dog Adoption Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pedigree-for-dc-shelter.md) - [Military-Honoring Pie Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pollys-pies.md) - [Multi-Faceted Whiskey Brand Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-tinpup.md) - [Veteran-Honoring Networking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veterans-networking-app.md) - [Heart-Warming Pet Owner Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cesar-love-like-crazy.md) - [Pet-Taken Camera Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartography.md) - [Social Media Wellness Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mind-your-wellness.md) - [AI-Enhanced Pet Adoption Photos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personality-pics.md) - [Veteran-Supporting Cookie Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salute-to-service.md)